Let’s be real here: Las Vegas is always firing on every cylinder. Be it the international culinary pizzazz, 24/7 gambling or entertainment in every possible form, you can get it year-round in Sin City.
However, when you go to Las Vegas can make a world of difference on many fronts. For example, you’ll want to limit your outdoor jaunts – from strolls on the Strip to hikes to nearby Red Rock Canyon – during the periodic 110°F days in August and pack your heaviest coat come January for nights that frequently dip into the 20s.
In terms of landing a bargain trip, Las Vegas does have “high” and “low” seasons like most destinations. However, you should keep an eye on scheduled conventions and concerts, as highly-trafficked events in seemingly random months (eg the annual National Finals Rodeo city-wide spectacle in January) can impact costs and hotel room availability big time. The city’s tourism entity – the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority – keeps a regularly updated and trusted slate of these events and it’s worth checking before you book.
While figuring out how to play a game of craps can be confusing, knowing the best times to visit Las Vegas is not. Let’s shuffle up and take a look at the deal.
June to August brings the heat but is the best time for low prices
It’s a desert out there…literally. Amid the non-stop pumping of air conditioning within Las Vegas resorts, it’s easy to forget that the city is in the center of the Mojave Desert. Fun fact: it’s the driest North American desert and you can really, really, really feel the heat come summertime (June through August).
It is oh-so-important to hydrate if you visit at this time, especially if you plan on indulging in the yard-long drinks you’ll inevitably buy and recreational cannabis (yes, it’s legal here). If the raucous Vegas pool parties are your speed – like Tao Beach or Wet Republic – wearing and reapplying sunscreen is vital so you don’t end up scorched and unable to leave your room. By braving said elements, you’ll be treated with “low season” level flight and hotel costs. Do keep an eye out for big summer draws – like the Fourth of July and World Series of Poker – as prices can tick up.
One final note – June to mid-September is considered Las Vegas’ monsoon season. A quarter-of-an-inch of rain can equate to rushing water, flooded…
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